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Tien Len (Tiến Lên, "to go forward") is Vietnam's most popular card game. Four players each play for themselves with a full 52-card deck, 13 cards per hand, racing to be the first to empty their hand — and the 2 is the boss of the whole deck.

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Tien Len in a nutshell

Played with the full 52-card deck by four players, 13 cards each. The 3 is the lowest card and the 2 the highest. The holder of the 3 of spades must lead the first trick. Every play must beat the previous combo with the same type, the same number of cards and a higher decisive rank — except a four-of-a-kind ("bomb"), which beats anything. The first player to empty their hand wins the deal, and three deal wins take the session.

Frequently asked questions

How many cards are used in Tien Len?

The full 52-card deck in all four suits, with no cards removed — each of the four players is dealt 13 cards.

How many players play Tien Len?

Four players, each playing for themselves — there are no teams or partners.

What is the highest card in Tien Len?

The 2 is the highest card, followed by the Ace, King, Queen and Jack; the 3 is the lowest card in the game.

Who starts in Tien Len?

The holder of the 3 of spades leads the first trick, and that card must be included in their first combo.

Can the 2 be used in a straight?

No — straights and consecutive pairs run through consecutive ranks up to the Ace only; the 2 never joins either combo.

What is a bomb in Tien Len?

Four of a kind. A bomb beats any combo on the table, and only a higher four of a kind can beat a bomb.

When does a Tien Len deal end?

As soon as one player has played all 13 of their cards — that player wins the deal immediately.

How are points and stakes counted?

There is no counting of leftover cards in this version: the winner takes three times the table stake, each remaining player forfeits one stake, and free zero-stake tables are always available.

Can I play Tien Len online for free?

Yes — you can play Tien Len online free at tienlen.yeeqia.com directly in your browser, no download or sign-up required to try a table.